Barangay Canaan is a barangay in Antipas, Cotabato, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Antipas. It had a population of 903 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ric Martinez Sarbon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Canaan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Canaan
Barangay Canaan forms part of Antipas, a municipality in Cotabato, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Canaan had a population of 903. This made it the 12th largest of 13 barangays in Antipas by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Canaan accounted for approximately 3.35% of the total population of Antipas, which stood at 26,946 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Canaan moved from 892 residents to 903, an intercensal change of +1.2%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Canaan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Antipas is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Canaan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Canaan ranks 507th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Canaan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Antipas or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Canaan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
719
—
—
2020 CPH
892
+173
+24.1%
2024 POPCEN
903
+11
+1.2%
2015–2020: +24.1% total (+4.41%/yr).2020–2024: +1.2% total (+0.31%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Antipas
12thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Antipas by population.
Share of Antipas
3.4%
of the municipality's total 26,946 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
507thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 7.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Antipas (municipality) class
2nd
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Canaan in Antipas during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Canaan
Where is Barangay Canaan located?▾
Barangay Canaan is a barangay in the municipality of Antipas, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Canaan hall?▾
Barangay Canaan is located in Antipas, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Canaan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Canaan is Ric Martinez Sarbon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Canaan?▾
You can contact Barangay Canaan via phone at 09510948246.
What municipality is Barangay Canaan part of?▾
Barangay Canaan is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Antipas, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Canaan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Canaan is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Antipas?▾
Antipas is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Canaan.
Has the population of Barangay Canaan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Canaan went from 892 residents to 903 — a change of +1.2% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Canaan in?▾
Barangay Canaan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Antipas.
How many barangays are in Antipas?▾
Antipas has 13 barangays, including Barangay Canaan. You can browse the full list on our Antipas page.
How many residents does Barangay Canaan have?▾
Barangay Canaan had a population of 903 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Canaan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Antipas is 9414. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Canaan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Canaan was last updated on 2026-05-24. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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